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May 18, 2022

Deep Dive: Retrofitting Transformers For Remote Monitoring

The Load Tap Changers (LTCs) inside transformers provide the critical task of allowing the output voltage to be adjusted up or down, depending upon the demand for power. Utilities armed with the position information of these LTCs are empowered with data to run their transformers as efficiently as possible. Installing INCON® LTC Position Monitoring in an existing transformer is easy regardless of...

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May 17, 2022

Deep Dive: Top 5 Transformer Predictive Maintenance Capabilities

The INCON® 1250-LTC Programmable Load Tap Changer (LTC) Position Monitor relays critical position information between a distribution transformer LTC and the LTC controller, enabling utilities to run their transformers as efficiently as possible. With over 40 years of proven service in over 33,000 utility transformers around the globe, the 1250-LTC does so much more than just monitor tap position...

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May 02, 2022

Trending: Load Tap Changer Position Monitoring

Transformers are the heart of the electric utility system. The Load Tap Changers (LTCs) inside transformers provide the critical task of allowing the output voltage to be adjusted up or down, depending upon the demand for power. Utilities armed with the position information of these LTCs are empowered with data to run their transformers as efficiently as possible.

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Apr 25, 2022

Trending: Remote Asset Monitoring

Monitoring and measuring key utility assets like circuit breakers is important, but this data doesn’t become actionable information until it gets to the right personnel with the capabilities to act on it. With expanding networks and additional assets to monitor, utilities are looking at cost-effective ways to manage their equipment performance without increasing truck rolls and headcount.

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Mar 21, 2022

Deep Dive: SF6 Gas Monitoring

The EPA has regulations regarding the release of SF6 into the atmosphere, requiring utilities to report their SF6 use and any losses annually. Monitoring for this gas in circuit breakers is vital to ensuring both circuit breaker performance and EPA compliance.

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Mar 15, 2022

Deep Dive: Circuit Breaker Timing

Once connected to the breaker’s control circuit, the Optimizer3 Circuit Breaker Monitor will take timing measurements each time the breaker operates. The availability and fidelity of these timing measurements enable utilities to defer or eliminate off-line testing.

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